The higher the peak of a normal distribution, the: A) larger the value of the mean, ?. B) smaller the standard deviation, ?. C) larger the standard deviation, ?. D) smaller the value of the mean, ?.
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Step 1: When the peak of a normal distribution is higher, it means that the curve is taller and narrower. Show more…
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